Central Visayas Inflation Dips to 2.4% in March 2025

The inflation rate in Central Visayas showed a notable decline in March 2025, according to the latest data from the Philippine Statistics Authority Regional Office 7 (PSA-7). Specifically, the rate eased to 2.4 percent, down from 2.5 percent in February 2025, as announced by Engineer Felixberto Sato Jr., PSA-7’s supervising statistical specialist.

Furthermore, the current figure marks a significant year-on-year decrease compared to March 2024’s inflation rate of 3.2 percent. This sustained downward trend highlights improving economic stability in the region, as confirmed by PSA-7’s official report released on April 10, 2025.

Central Visayas (Region 7) recorded the 15th lowest inflation rate among the Philippines' 17 regions, according to recent PSA data. Notably, this positioning reflects milder price pressures compared to higher-ranking regions, underscoring the area's relative economic stability. Furthermore, this ranking aligns with the region's gradual recovery trends observed since early 2025.

The Philippines' inflation rate matched Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas projections last month. Inflation measures how quickly consumer prices rise over time, with March's data showing controlled increases.